The rollout of the Android 16 update will commence for select devices on Wednesday, June 11. Google is launching the stable version of its next-generation operating system earlier than in previous years.
This year, the tech company based in Mountain View is unveiling the Material 3 Expressive design, a new system for monitoring battery health, enhancements to Quick Settings and Live Activities, and additional features. However, many of these functionalities will not be included in the initial release of Android 16 and will be introduced several months later.
The official Android Developers account announced the launch date for the Android 16 update in a post on X (previously Twitter). On Wednesday, this update will be available to compatible devices as a complimentary over-the-air (OTA) software update.
It’s almost time for the Android 16 final release! See you back here tomorrow. 😉 pic.twitter.com/oChA0pxeFa
— Android Developers (@AndroidDev) June 10, 2025
The company has not specified a release time, so the update is expected to roll out at different times across various regions because of differing time zones.
The Android 16 update is anticipated to be released exclusively for compatible Pixel devices at first, with other brands either adopting it directly or incorporating a proprietary OS skin on top.
Currently, a complete list of supported devices is not yet available. However, certain smartphones have been confirmed to receive the update based on the update cycles offered by the manufacturer. The following list outlines these devices:
Models Expected to Receive Android 16 Update
Google:
Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a
Pixel 7, 7 Pro
Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet
Pixel 8, 8 Pro, 8a
Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold
Pixel 9a
Samsung:
S Series: S22, S23, S24, S25
Z Series: Fold 4/5/6, Flip 4/5/6
A Series: A24, A25, A26, A34, A35, A36, A54, A55, A56, A73
M Series: M34, M35, M36, M54, M55, M56
F Series: F34, F54, F55
Xiaomi:
Xiaomi Series: 13, 14, 15
Redmi Series: 12, 13
Redmi Note Series: 13, 14
Redmi K70
OnePlus:
Flagship: 11, 12, 13
Nord: Nord 3, Nord CE 4, Nord CE 4 Lite
Motorola:
Edge Series: 40, 50, 60
Razr Series: 50, 60
G Series: G45, G85
Nothing:
Phone 1, 2, 2a, 3a, 3 Pro
Android 16 Features to Anticipate
As previously stated, the anticipated stable release of Android 16 on Wednesday is not expected to introduce significant enhancements. Nevertheless, when the Android 16 QPR1 stable update is released in the coming months, it will deliver several new features and a refreshed interface.
The Android 16 QPR1 update will bring the Material 3 Expressive UI, which is Google’s latest version of the open-source Material You design language system for Android. This redesign includes a dynamic color palette, smoother animations, subtle haptic feedback, and more. The revamped user interface is also more responsive to user interactions and can adapt in real time.
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The update will also introduce Live Activities to the lock screen, status bar, and notification shade in Android 16 QPR1. This feature allows users to track live events such as deliveries and sporting matches in real time, making it easier to keep tabs on ongoing activities. Additionally, the new Android update will incorporate a battery health monitoring system that tracks battery capacity and overall health.
Further, Quick Settings is anticipated to receive a makeover as well. The Brightness Slider is expected to adopt a new rectangular appearance, and the icon tiles can be resized to half their original size. Furthermore, these icons are likely to be organized into various categories and will include a reset button.
